Eleven-Headed, Eight-Armed Avalokiteśvara with Three Protectors | Qigang Style

【Product Information】

Main Deity: Eleven-Headed, Eight-Armed Avalokiteśvara

Attendant Deities: Mañjuśrī & Vajrapāṇi (The Three Protectors of Tibet)

School: Qigang Style

Artist: Tsering Lodrö

Region: Lhasa, Tibet

Size: 4 × 5 cm

Materials: Natural mineral pigments, gold, malachite, cinnabar, lapis lazuli, etc.

Technique: Hand-painted, layered mural-style shading, fine linework

【Description】

The Eleven-Headed, Eight-Armed Avalokiteśvara is the foremost of the Three Protectors of Tibet, embodying the union of compassion, wisdom, and power. The eleven heads represent vast awareness of all beings' suffering, while the eight arms symbolize swift and skillful means to aid the world.

With Mañjuśrī (wisdom) and Vajrapāṇi (power) standing at each side, this triad forms a complete and balanced protective assembly representing:

• Avalokiteśvara → Universal compassion

• Mañjuśrī → Perfect wisdom

• Vajrapāṇi → Indestructible strength

Traditional blessings include:

• Overall protection and harmonious fortune

• Increased merits and supportive conditions

• Wisdom, clarity, and emotional calm

• Removal of obstacles and negative forces

• Support for career, relationships, and opportunities

• Safety during travel, transitions, and important decisions

The Qigang style uses ancient mural-inspired floral motifs, structured outlines, and thick layered shading. Tsering Lodrö's signature soft and expressive Qigang facial style brings a warm, approachable beauty to the triad, enhancing both its spiritual presence and collectible value.

【Artist Overview】

Tsering Lodrö is a Lhasa Thangka Arts Master skilled in Qigang and Mensar traditions. Qigang painting requires highly refined control of color blending and mural-texture layering; only a few contemporary artists excel in it. His unique facial aesthetic is well-loved by collectors for its purity and gentle charm.

【Recommended Use】

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